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Unit Group

3611 Floor Finishers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

3611 Floor Finishers

Measure, cut, install and repair carpet, timber, vinyl and resin floor coverings, and polish concrete floors.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
Occupation

361131 Floor Finisher

Measures, cuts, installs and repairs carpet, timber, vinyl or resin floor coverings, or polishes concrete floors.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Carpet Layer
  • Concrete Polisher
  • Floor Sander
  • Timber Floor Installer
  • Vinyl Layer

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Measures, cuts and trims flooring materials to fit the dimensions of the area to be covered
  • Prepares the subfloor by cleaning, leveling and repairing any imperfections
  • Uses appropriate tools and equipment to lay carpet, timber or vinyl flooring, spread resin or polish concrete flooring
  • Applies adhesives, nails or other fasteners to ensure secure flooring installation
  • Repairs or replaces damaged or worn flooring materials